CAT Answer Key 2024 Objection window: Everything You Need to Know

Updated: Saturday, July 25, 2026, 15:50 [IST]

The Common Admission Test (CAT) 2024 answer key objection window is now live, offering candidates a fair chance to challenge any discrepancies. Conducted by IIM Calcutta, this process ensures transparency in evaluating one of India's most competitive exams. Here's everything you need to know to navigate the objection procedure.

Why is the Answer Key Objection Process Important?

The objection process allows candidates to ensure accuracy and fairness by contesting any errors in the provisional answer key. It also emphasizes the commitment of IIMs to maintain high evaluation standards.

Key Dates for Objections

Start Date: December 3, 2024 (from 6 PM).
End Date: December 5, 2024, at 11:55 PM.

Step-by-Step Guide to Raise Objections

Access the Official Portal:

Visit the CAT official website: iimcat.ac.in.

Log In to Your Account:

Enter your registration number and date of birth.
Complete the captcha verification.

Navigate to the Challenge Section:

Click on the 'Answer Key Challenge' link under the dashboard.

Select the Question:

Choose the question(s) you believe are incorrect.

Upload Supporting Documents:

Attach valid proof or references supporting your objection.

Pay the Objection Fee:

Complete the payment as specified (fee details provided on the portal).

Submit Your Challenge:

Review your entries and submit the form before the deadline.

The objection process is an integral part of CAT's fairness, providing candidates with a mechanism to ensure the accuracy of the results. It underscores IIM's commitment to maintaining the highest standards of integrity and precision in one of India's most competitive management entrance exams.